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New York Hall of Science, Flushing Meadows Corona Park, Corona, Queens

Queens Night Market

Nearly 100 vendors from 90-plus countries pack NYC's biggest night market behind the Hall of Science — world-tour eating, free to enter.

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This is the single best cheap-eats crawl in New York: close to 100 vendors representing more than 90 countries, crammed into one field in Flushing Meadows with music drifting between the smoke of a dozen grills. The market caps nearly every dish at pocket-change prices by design, so you can graze from Trinidadian doubles to Burmese noodles to Filipino barbecue in a single lap. If you only make one food pilgrimage this summer, take the 7 train to this one.

What to expect

Long rows of tented stalls behind the Hall of Science, each line a different cuisine, with picnic-blanket crowds on the grass and live performances on a small stage. It gets genuinely packed after sunset — the energy is the point. Come hungry and plan to sample five or six things rather than one big meal.

Good to know

  • Take the 7 train to 111 St and walk into Flushing Meadows Corona Park
  • Admission is free — you only pay for what you eat
  • Most vendors are cash-friendly; some take cards, but bring bills to move faster
  • Arrive on the early side to beat the longest lines at buzzy stalls
  • Very family-friendly early; more of a night-out crowd late
  • It's an open field — comfortable shoes and a picnic blanket help

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Common questions

How much does the Queens Night Market cost?

Entry is free. The market is famous for capping nearly all food items at a few dollars each, so a full graze across several vendors stays cheap.

How do I get there without a car?

Take the 7 train to 111 St in Corona and walk south into Flushing Meadows Corona Park; the market sets up behind the New York Hall of Science.

Is it good for kids?

Yes — it's an open-air, family-friendly market, especially in the earlier evening hours before the late-night crowd peaks.

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